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Visiting Hamilton

History buffs will enjoy exploring Hamilton, and visitors give high marks for the shopping, live music scene and theatre. Cultural and urban, this city will delight tourists with its museums, waterfalls and art. Top sights in the city include FirstOntario Centre, Royal Botanical Gardens and African Lion Safari.

• There are 105 hotels and other accommodation options in Hamilton
• The closest major airport is in Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.), 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from the city centre
• The next closest is in Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.), 29.3 mi (47.1 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Hamilton

Known for its museums, live music and theatres, the city's cultural venues include Art Gallery of Hamilton, Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum and Hamilton Place Theatre. Attractions like African Lion Safari, Wild Waterworks and Little Ray's Reptile Zoo are fun for kids of all ages. The city is notable for its historic sites and landmarks like Dundurn Castle, Central Presbyterian Church, and HMCS Haida National Historic Site.

In Burlington, you can choose from 105 accommodation choices and hotels to make planning your perfect retreat at an affordable rate. Here you'll find top ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Centennial House Bed and Breakfast - With a stay at this 3-star bed & breakfast, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and an outdoor pool, along with an in-room kitchenette. It's a favourite with Expedia travellers for its breakfast and room size.
• Creekside B&B and Guest Suite - Our customers like the breakfast and pool at this B&B. This 3-star bed & breakfast features an outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking.
• Rose Arden Bed & Breakfast - Guests who stay at this 3-star bed & breakfast in St. Clair can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its breakfast and clean, comfortable rooms.

Other favourite sights in Hamilton include FirstOntario Centre, Royal Botanical Gardens and Lake Erie. Popular places to visit outside the city include Glen Eden Ski and Snowboard Centre, 17.6 mi/28.3 km from the heart of the city, and Toronto Premium Outlets, which is 22.2 mi/35.7 km away.

Getting around Hamilton

If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from Hamilton GO Centre, Burlington Aldershot Station or Grimsby Station. Hamilton may not have many public transport choices so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Dressing for Hamilton

• Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 9°C during the day and -10°C at night
• From April to June, the average during the day is 27°C, whilst the average at night is 5°C
• July to September has daytime averages of 29°C with night-time averages of 8°C
• Between October and December, you can expect daytime averages of 19°C and night-time averages of -8°C
• About 22 millimetres of rain falls on Hamilton each year
• Usually July and August are the hottest months with an average of 27°C, whereas February and January are often coldest, averaging -9°C